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JOB SECTORS Finance Introduction This factsheet contain useful information to assist you in your career planning and job seeking. This sector is divided into the following main areas: § Accountancy § Actuarial work § Banking § Insurance
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Investment management Pensions Taxation
Type of Jobs The following are examples of the type of jobs in this sector: •
Accounting technician
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Financial manager
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Actuary
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Financial trader
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Chartered accountant
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Internal auditor
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Chartered certified accountant
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Investment analyst
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Chartered management accountant
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Operational investment banker
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Chartered public finance accountant
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Retail banker
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Corporate investment banker
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Senior tax professional/tax inspector
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Corporate treasurer
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Tax adviser
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Financial adviser
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